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Technology & the Future of Aging
This is a live recording (slides and audio) of a talk given by Richard Caro entitled "The Future of Aging, & the Intersection of Aging & Technology". This talk was given in March 2019, at the Commonwealth Club, San Francisco.
Seniors Embrace Social Media in Surprising Numbers
One of the writers I featured in my new book, The Vintage years: Finding Your Inner Artist (Writer, Musician, Visual Artist) After Sixty, didn't begin to write her first book until she was in her eighties. And realizing at that time that her preferred method of pen and paper was no longer efficient, she embarked on learning how to use a computer. At ninety-two she's quite proficient at the keyboard and no stranger to email.
Apple Watches Help Monitor Elders' Health
One of our SRC Explorers is an enthusiastic Apple Watch owner, and presents to the group about the features he likes.
SF Explorers use Amazon Echo Show to Reach Across the Country
The San Francisco Explorers participate in a cross country video call demonstration of the use of an Amazon Echo Show. .........Read more
A Few of Our Concerns: Online Fear, Built-in Obsolescence, Dealing with Scams
We are a new Longevity Explorer group: The Bayley Longevity Explorers in Cincinnati, Ohio. This discussion segment is our first ‘real’ more involved, in-depth, and meaningful discussion as an Explorer group. It was a very good first meeting! This discussion segment is about some of the... .........Read more
Beware: Spammers Just Want Your Money
The S. F. Explorers share their displeasure with unwanted email, messages and phone calls, many of which are scammers looking for gullible people. .........Read more
Dan's Fear: What If My Computer Crashes?
Explorer Dan shares his fear of having his computer fail, and what to do if it does. .........Read more
Think of Smartphones and Apps as Tools
Explorer Jim sees a smartphone as a real benefit to older adults. The Explorers then discuss the range of uses and advantages offered by smartphones and apps. .........Read more
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RFID Blocker Sleeves
RFID blocker sleeves protect credit cards, passports, and other radio frequency ID cards from being read by unauthorized scanning devices nearby.
Easy to Connect
Easy to Connect is offering wireless devices that are basic in design for ease of use by older adults. The products aim to simplify the technological environment to meet their capabilities, and improve their day-to-day lives. Smartphones and tablets are now available, with other products in the...
GrandPad - a simple way for mom to connect to the digital world
GrandPad is a simple and secure tablet computer that digitally connects mom to her family and friends. Mom can easily view family photos and videos, play games, check weather, listen to music, send voice emails, make phone calls, video chat, and more.
Breezie: Internet and tablet for the web-challenged
Seems to be a combination of an android app with its own Samsung tablet, offering a curated web experience. Supposedly simpler to set up and maintain than a regular computer. With apps like address book etc.
Has a "hub" that lets a family member manage the system and get it all working,...
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